Aircraft Paint Detailer

Location: 

Basel, BS, CH, 4030

Flexible Work Arrangement:  Onsite
Job Category:  Aircraft Maintenance Repair & Overhaul (MRO)
Career Level:  Technicians / Crew
Requisition Id:  3992

Since 1967, Jet Aviation has been crafting flight in its smoothest form. From one hangar in Basel, Switzerland, to some 4,500 employees, and some 50 locations worldwide. Aircraft Management, Aircraft Sales, Charter, Completions, Defence, FBO, Fixed and Rotary Wing Maintenance, and Staffing. Behind every seamless Jet Aviation experience, is a team of dedicated professionals perfecting the art of flight. The artisans of aviation. The craft that brings our customers’ journey to life. In the hangar, on the ground, and behind the scenes. Enabling global flight, with passion.

Position Summary


Jet Aviation Basel operates one of the world’s leading VIP aircraft completion facilities. Within our Paint Detailing Team, we are responsible for the final appearance and finishing quality of newly completed Gulfstream G700 aircraft and other business jets.
We are looking for skilled and quality-driven professionals who take pride in precision work and delivering an exceptional aircraft finish.

Your mission

  • Perform sanding, polishing and paint correction to remove surface imperfections and achieve the required finish quality
  • Carry out color matching, blending and spot repair to achieve a seamless finish
  • Perform sealer application and touch-up work, paint repairs and local refinishing on aircraft exterior surfaces  
  • Prepare and apply technical markings, stencils, lettering, decals and insignias according to approved drawings and specifications
  • Work according to OEM specifications, approved documentation and internal quality standards
  • Maintain a clean, organized and professional working environment

What we offer you

  • An exciting and challenging job in a dynamic environment
  • Work on the newest business aircraft in the industry, in a modern completions facility
  • Structured onboarding and paid training, including manufacturer and product courses
  • Various opportunities for professional and personal development, with a clear career path
  • Competitive salary and company bonus program
  • Swiss employment conditions, benefits and company perks
  • Support with relocation for international candidates

Your profile

  • Proven professional experience as an aircraft painter, automotive painter or paint detailer
  • Strong practical skills in, sanding and polishing, paint/spot repair and color matching
  • Good understanding of finishing processes, paint systems and surface preparation
  • Experience with technical markings, stencils and decals is an advantage
  • Strong attention to detail and a high standard of workmanship
  • Ability to identify paint defects and independently determine the appropriate detailing or repair approach within approved processes
  • Able to work independently as well as effectively within a team
  • Comfortable working in a delivery-critical environment with changing priorities
  • Comfortable working at height using lifts and scaffolding
  • Comprehensive English skills; additional languages are an advantage

If you are interested in a multicultural, challenging and innovative working environment and your profile matches our requirements, we are looking forward to receiving your online application in English.